Automotive Mechanic

• Provide proper servicing and maintenance of company vehicles and equipment, including oil and air filter changes on gasoline and diesel engines, lubrication and fluid checks
• Carry out maintenance and troubleshooting of vehicles and generators, and of heavy equipment in the field and workshop
• Read technical manuals, schematics and auto electric control circuit diagrams
• Assist in wiring of control panels in generators, air conditioning systems and control circuits in heavy equipment for hydraulic control valves, pumps, auto shift transmission and common rail diesel engines
• Carry out calibration procedures for fuel systems in tractors, Land Cruisers and lorries
• Use electronic service tools/computers to reset specifications, read error codes and resolve faults
• Diagnose, examine and investigate vehicles to determine causes of defective operation of engines, transmissions, differentials, generators, starters, pumps, air suspension, pneumatic systems, radiators, injectors, clutches, air conditioning systems and other components
• Use proper procedure when lifting and lowering vehicles, removing wheels and propeller shafts, and using hydraulic equipment

Qualifications & Experience:

• Trade school/college graduate with 2-3 years of relevant technical education
• Five (5) years of heavy diesel maintenance experience
• Must have experience in automotive or diesel mechanics covering diesel or gasoline engines, including fleets
• Land Cruiser engine experience
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Skills & Competencies:

• Ability to use electronic diagnostic service tools
• Auto wiring certification and experience is an added advantage
• Basic gas and arc welding skills
• Effective communication skills
• Attention to detail and safety consciousness